🇺🇸William L. Gillock ： Piano All the Way 3 Ghost Dance

This miniature is appealing for its playful character and slightly mysterious atmosphere, suggested by the title “Ghost Dance.” A lively rhythmic motion is enriched by the exchange of short phrases and changes in dynamics, creating a humorous musical expression. One of its highlights is the contrast between the light, buoyant passages and moments that seem to hush the sound. In performance, it is important to maintain the flow of the beat rather than simply pursuing speed, keep the staccatos springy, and shape the accents without making them too forceful. Careful balance between the hands, together with attention to the bounce of each sound and the spaces between them, brings out the music’s dance-like vitality.